3D Map Of Contamination at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Disaster Site In 2011, the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami precipitated the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, the worst nuclear accident since Chernobyl. For Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA), the ongoing efforts to decontaminate the nuclear reactors will last for decades. It is critical to understand radiation distribution in the decommissioning work to effectively […]
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LIDAR: A Technology Overview and the Role of Diffuse Reflectance Targets in Testing & Calibrating Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) By Russell Bailey, Product Manager, Pro-Lite Technology Ltd & Greg McKee, Chief Technologist & Product Marketing Manager, Labsphere Inc LIDAR is an established technology that is being increasingly deployed in consumer products and in driverless vehicles. LIDAR is an acronym […]
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Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) Announces Peter Rabley as New CEO ARLINGTON, Virginia, USA, 14 May 2024: The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) has announced the appointment of Peter Rabley as OGC’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The announcement was made last night at the Geospatial World Forum 2024 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Mr. Rabley brings to OGC a wealth of experience from […]
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RIEGL/Lidar News Interview Questions for Joey C. Wilson Lidar News had an opportunity recently to interview Joey C. Wilson the founder of Wilson and Associates. Here are his valuable insights and those of some of his team regarding the use of LiDAR and 3D laser scanning I am a Professional Engineer and Surveyor, I have worked in the surveying industry […]
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Linux Foundation Announces Overture Maps Foundation to Build Interoperable Open Map Data Reliable, easy-to-use, and interoperable open map data allows developers to build new map services that leverage the combined contributions of Overture members. SAN FRANCISCO – The Linux Foundation, a global nonprofit organization enabling innovation through open source, today announced the formation of the Overture Maps Foundation, a new collaborative effort to […]
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Bluesky’s Airborne Sensors Help Developers Protect Wildlife Habitats Leicestershire, 12 July 2023 – Multi-spectral imagery from Bluesky International is helping developers contribute to government targets to protect and conserve wildlife habitats in the UK. Using the latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, in combination with Bluesky’s four band aerial photography, technology company Gentian has created computerised workflows that recognise and separate […]
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OGC CEO Dr. Nadine Alameh receives 24th Annual Women in Technology Leadership Award OGC CEO awarded for her “outstanding global leadership of the Open Geospatial Consortium and its 500 members through a period of profound change.” Contact: info@ogc.org 14 June 2023: The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) is pleased to announce that OGC CEO, Dr. Nadine Alameh, has received the 24th Annual […]
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Cesium Announces First Ecosystem Grant Recipients PHILADELPHIA, PA – May 16, 2023 – Philadelphia-based software company Cesium has announced the inaugural recipients of Cesium Ecosystem Grants. Cesium Ecosystem Grants is a $1 million fund to support projects that fuel innovation, increase interoperability, and expand the 3D geospatial ecosystem. The first recipients are: GeoForAll: Simplifying 3D Geospatial Metaverse Creation Ethan Berg, […]
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UESI Surveying and Geomatics 2024 Conference – Call for Abstracts Now Open The Call for Abstracts for the UESI Surveying and Geomatics 2024 Conference is now open. With the theme of “Surveying: the Foundation for Geospatial Data Fusion,” this will be a valuable event for professional surveyors, engineers and academics practicing and researching in professional surveying and geomatics. Taking place in beautiful and historic Corvallis, […]
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First Flight for Uncrewed Firefighting Helicopter Rotor Technologies, Inc.’s uncrewed helicopter prototype achieved first flight at New York UAS Test Site Rotor’s team of MIT scientists is combining flight control algorithms, computer vision, and satellite communications to create CloudPilot, an operating system that will make aircraft operations safer and easier. CloudPilot will initially be used to combat wildfires, where helicopters […]
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3D Laser Scanning To Expedite The Installation Of ACM Panels Client Testimonial: Contracting TruePoint to do a 3D laser scan has been one of the best project decisions we made. The entire process was quick and accurate. TruePoint was incredibly accommodating to our needs. They were able to turn a complex design into a field friendly document. With their help we […]
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Esri Joins the Overture Maps Foundation to Help Build Interoperable Open Map Data Esri Membership Can Help Bridge Government and Open Data Sources REDLANDS, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In an increasingly digital and automated world, geospatial data plays a critical role in understanding the physical environment and powering the next generation of location technologies. For geospatial developers and professionals, the ability to access […]
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CompassData Appoints Kate Schlatter as New CEO New Executive Team Introduced at GeoWeek 2023 DENVER, Colorado, USA, February 9, 2023 – CompassData Inc. is pleased to announce that Kate Schlatter has been appointed its new CEO, effective immediately. Ms. Schlatter brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the new position that the Board is confident will lead CompassData to new heights. She […]
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Empire State Development Announces Application Window Open for Round Seven of Genius NY Competition The World’s Largest Business Accelerator for Uncrewed Systems is Accepting Applications through May 17 GENIUS NY is Suported by “CNY Rising” – The Region’s Comprehensive Strategy to Revitalize Communities and Grow the Economy Empire State Development (ESD) today announced that GENIUS NY – the world’s largest […]
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Ouster and Velodyne Announce Proposed Merger of Equals to Accelerate Lidar Adoption Merger expected to strengthen financial position $355 million in combined Q3 cashAnnualized cost savings expected to reach at least $75 million SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nov. 7, 2022– Ouster (NYSE: OUST), a leading provider of high-resolution digital lidar, and Velodyne (NASDAQ: VLDR, VLDRW), a leading global player in lidar sensors and solutions, […]
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Trucking is a lifeline between consumers and products. The logistics industry helps transit everything from essential items like medicine to Amazon prime products. Yet, one of the leading causes of mass-casualty highway accidents are those involving trucks and freighters. Though many truckers are highly trained, sometimes the negligence of other drivers in cars and other vehicles can result in an […]
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Emesent launches three time saving products for geospatial professionals Hovermap ST-X, Long Range Radio, and Emesent’s Aura software platform were launched at INTERGEO, providing a versatile combination to scan large areas and complex assets in less time and visualize the results in full detail. Emesent, World leader in drone autonomy, LiDAR mapping, and data analytics today launched three new products […]
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Acecore and Phase One Teams up to Offer Turnkey Inspection Solutions Copenhagen, Denmark/ Uden, Netherlands, 11. October 2022 – Acecore Technologies the developer and manufacturer of professional grade UAVs for data collection and surveillance markets, announces a new product collaboration with Phase One, the world-leading developer and manufacturer of medium and large format aerial photography systems. This marks the next step […]
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FARO Releases All-New Vantage Max High-Accuracy Laser Tracker Series Portable Inspection Tools Now More Precise, Easier to Use & Improve Productivity by 20% Lake Mary, Fl, September 12, 2022 – FARO® Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO), a global leader in 4D digital reality solutions, today announced the release of the new FARO® VantageS6 Max and VantageE6 Max Laser Tracker series. The new laser trackers offer comprehensive, large-volume […]
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Hexagon expands its Smart Digital Reality[TM] capabilities across the construction sector with the acquisition of iConstruct 2022-09-01 08:00 GMT+02 Hexagon AB, a global leader in digital reality solutions combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies, today announced the acquisition of iConstruct Pty Ltd, a provider of award-winning Building Information Modelling (BIM) software used in commercial, infrastructure and industrial construction. Its flagship […]
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Registration now open for annual public safety UAS summit hosted by NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services & NUAIR Day 1 – August 16The first day of the summit will occur at the State Preparedness Training Center (SPTC) in Oriskany, New York. This day will include a series of presentations on key policy issues, case studies, and best practices concerning […]
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Veridaas Expands Expertise of Executive Team with Addition of Tammy Peterson to Lead Partnerships and Marketing DENVER, CO, May 31, 2022 – VeriDaaS Corporation, a leader and innovator in high-definition (HD) LiDAR acquisition and Data as a Service (DaaS) products, is pleased to announce that Tammy Peterson has joined the organization in the newly created role of Vice President, Partnerships […]
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Velodyne Lidar to Participate in Upcoming June Conferences SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 26, 2022– Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (NASDAQ: VLDR, VLDRW), the leading lidar company, known worldwide for its broad portfolio of breakthrough lidar technologies, announces participation in the following upcoming June conferences. Management will present and host individual and small group investor meetings. Needham and Co. 6th Annual Automotive Technology DayTuesday, June 711:00 – 11:35 […]
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Quanergy Delivers Industry-First 250 Meter Range for OPA-Based Solid State LiDAR Rapid technology development further advances productization path SUNNYVALE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Quanergy Systems, Inc., (NYSE: QNGY) a leading provider of LiDAR sensors and smart 3D solutions, today announced that its Optical Phased Array (OPA) technology has successfully achieved a range detection of 250 meters. This increased the range demonstrated earlier in the […]
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ARE YOU ALIGNED WITH THE BEST UAV MAPPING AND SURVEYING PARTNERS? Get to know William Poche, the Owner and Vice President of Sales for Navigation Electronics, Inc. in this distributor Spotlight Video from Microdrones. NEI is a complete solution provider that sells, rents, leases, and services Microdrones Integrated Systems, Mapping/GIS, Surveying/Construction equipment and technology from Trimble and other leading manufacturers. […]
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